If yesterday we told you that Asian companies can be grouped into two large families depending on their implementation and the quality of their devices, today we will talk briefly about the two trends that we can find in the tablet sector worldwide. On the one hand, we find a decrease in the number of sales of conventional terminals. On the other hand, the new convertible formats are the ones that are giving some fresh air in a context of saturation for which many blame Asian technology companies while others place great expectations on them for the future both in the short and medium term.
In all this war of numbers, brands, terminals and changes of course, we find companies like voyo that intend to position themselves as a benchmark within a very changing market and in which the predominant trends a few years ago, are blurred to give way to others that in this case, go through creating more perfected devices aimed at a more demanding public than in many cases, they end up offering quite worse results than expected. One of the tablets that seeks to conquer the professional sector without neglecting the bulk of users of this format is A1 Plus, of which we now tell you more details. What will be the strengths, but also weaknesses of this terminal? We start with a curious fact: At first glance, it is a model 4 in 1 toy.
Integrated
The benefits in this area are what have helped the A1 Plus overcome the physical boundaries between formats. As we recall a few lines above, we would not only be in front of a convertible terminal, but in addition to being able to use it as tablets , as a portable, with the possibility of rotating its screen and keyboard 360 ºIt could also be used in store and stand mode. Its thickness stands out, of approximately 16 mm and its weight, which with all the components reaches 1.200 grams.
Screen
Here we find several specifications that can be very useful both for professional audiences and for users who see these platforms as ideal for leisure. Panel 11,6 inches, resolution Full HD 1920 × 1080 pixels and a multi-touch screen which simultaneously recognizes 10 pressure points. The cameras are one of the weaknesses of the A1 Plus, since its rear sensor has only 2 Mpx while the front, which according to its creators, is ideal for selfies, reaches 0,3. Another of the winks for the most demanding users is a multi-window mode that allows dividing the screen into 4 parts and work on them at the same time.
Performance
Smaller Chinese companies still show significant shortcomings in this field. Voyo does not escape this and an example is the processor that equips this hybrid between tablet and laptop. Although the component has been manufactured by Intel, the chip, reaches peaks of only 1,3 GHz, a figure that for those who want speed can be somewhat compromised. Regarding memory, we also find some limitations such as a RAM 2GB which is intended to compensate with a capacity of 64 storage expandable to 128 thanks to the inclusion of Micro SD cards. However, thanks to the GPU, which also runs on the part of the American technology company, those of Voyo ensure that heavy games and a large number of processes can be run without harming the terminal.
Operating System
Yesterday we told you that Lenovo has decided to stop manufacturing terminals with Windows. However, we also recalled that there is a considerable number of firms that continue to bet on the software of Microsoft, especially those that launch terminals focused on the workplace. The A1 Plus has the last version of the platform created in Redmond, which is accompanied by the entire Office suite. In terms of connectivity, the highlight is its support for WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0 networks.
Autonomy
The battery is another of the strong points, in appearance, of this convertible. With a capacity of 10.000 mAh, its creators assure that it can exceed 8 hours in duration with a use focused on the reproduction of HD content and the execution of games. On the other hand, it has a StandBy mode which helps, in theory, to extend the life of this component.
Availability and price
As we have previously reminded you, to acquire this type of terminal that is still difficult to find in large consumer electronics chains, the most appropriate channels go through the portals of buy online. Despite the variations that the cost may experience on these pages, it is possible to purchase the A1 Plus for about 230 euros approximately. However, in Europe all units have been sold out and currently, it is necessary to make a reservation despite the fact that the terminal has been on the market since approximately spring.
Do you think it is necessary for devices aimed at both domestic and professional audiences to have minimum characteristics that allow both to offer a good user experience? You have more information available about other hybrid terminals so that you can give your own opinion.